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“Asia was great with our house and animals. We could tell by the way our dog acts when she see Asia that they are friends. Our requests were taken care of and our house was the way it was when we left it in her hands. We highly recommend her.”
“Adam is wonderful!!! Sent pictures and updates daily throughout the 12 days we were away. He made us feel very comfortable and I know that the animals loves having him stay with them!! Left the house in pristine condition too! We will definitely use Adam again!!!”
“Jude was incredibly kind and responsible. She took care of all 4 of our dogs and cat and goldfish! She sent pictures each day and helped keep our minds at ease knowing our fur babies were being watched. I would highly recommend her and look forward to using her again in the future.”
“Mikaela did a great job with the.puppies. They were relaxed and happy when we got home. She was on time and did a great job with feeding and clean up. Thank you.Mikayla for taking such good care.of them.”
“Rita was amazing with our fur babies! We came home to them being stress free and happy! All three of them have different personalities and Rita was able to give them each the attention they needed. Rita communicated with me several times daily to put me at ease. It felt so good to find an in home pet sitter to keep the fur babies anxiety free!”
“Barret was very responsive to triton, came with a notebook and took notes. Triton thoroughly enjoyed his time with Barret. I would definitely hire again”
“Cari was amazing! Our pups absolutely love her and we felt so at ease with her being there with them while we were out of town. She sent us lots of pictures and the house was neat as a pin when we got home. We’re so happy we found her!!!”
“Took great care of my pets.”
“Thank you for looking after our pups so last minute and in a hotel!!!”
“Lauren was so sweet and took great care of our Harvey! He was a little crazy when she first arrived, and she was so patient with him. We're looking forward to having her take care of him again in a few weeks!”
“Ashley is incredible! Her and her son actually left our house nicer than we left it for her. She went way above what was expected of her like she vacuumed our house totally not necessary but we sure did appreciate it. Most definitely she will become a part of this family in some capacity.”
“Olivia was amazing with our pets! She took great care of our special needs dog and two cats while we were away. Super reliable, caring, and kept us updated the whole time. We felt totally at ease knowing they were in such good hands. Highly recommend her!”
“Ashton was great with our two dogs! They warmed up to him almost immediately and he was very thoughtful in their care. He was very responsive and prudent with being on time and keeping them on a schedule. Also left the house exactly how he found it which was a huge relief being able to come home to a clean house! Would absolutely recommend!”
“This was our first time using Rover.com for our two rambunctious young pups. We were nervous about leaving Gracie and Tuck, but Lauren and her husband Doug did an OUTSTANDING job of watching them in our home. They sent lots of pictures and messages and it really helped to reassure us they were safe and felt comfortable in their new situation. We had a great time on vacation, but seeing the pics of the pups and learning about their adventures each day was our biggest highlight. We are so appreciative for Lauren and Doug’s patience, kindness and care of our furry kids and we highly recommend them.”
“Kat was amazing! She provided updates and made sure my pets were happy. Glad they were well taken care of. Whenever I had a question or asked for an update, she promptly replied. Also appreciate her meeting the pets in advance to learn more about them.”
“Erin was amazing! We were out of state for a wedding the weekend of July 4th and Erin took great care of our two dogs, dealing with 2 nights of fireworks and very scared pups. She kept us updated on how they were doing and sent us pics. We appreciate her ensuring the safety and well being of our dogs and managing their anxiety during all the noise. Thank you Erin!”
“Kiah took great care of our dog while we were out of town and left our house very clean on her departure. We received updates while we were gone and she asked questions when she wasn’t sure about something. Kiah is wonderful!”
About: I have had pets in my home my whole life, and I am an avid animal lover! Whenever I was asked what I wanted to be when I grew up, I always said veterinarian because that was the only job I knew that worked with them. I have taken care of anything ranging from your typical household pets to reptiles, and even farm animals! I am currently student teaching, so daytime hours may not be the best. But if you’re looking for a night out or getting ready for a weekend trip away, I’m your gal! I respect you, your household, and your pets and will make sure to follow whatever guidelines, schedules, or routines you would like me to follow. I will make sure your pets are safe, loved, and cared for until you return!
About: I have raised dogs over a decade and love all breeds! Big and small. I enjoy spending time with them and playing fetch or just hanging out on the couch! I work from home so I have time on my hands to meet each pets needs. I can give potty breaks or play fetch outside I have friendly dogs in my home and a fenced in yard outside. I also have crates if that’s what your pet is used to
“Alyssa is awesome!! She has so much love towards pets and our three dogs had a wonderful time with her. She keeps me updated with photos, I’ll definitely recommend her to anyone! She is so caring and has”
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Asia C.Star Sitter
“Asia was great with our house and animals. We could tell by the way our dog acts when she see Asia that they are friends. Our requests were taken care of and our house was the way it was when we left it in her hands. We highly recommend her.”
Adam G.
“Adam is wonderful!!! Sent pictures and updates daily throughout the 12 days we were away. He made us feel very comfortable and I know that the animals loves having him stay with them!! Left the house in pristine condition too! We will definitely use Adam again!!!”
Jude P.Star Sitter
“Jude was incredibly kind and responsible. She took care of all 4 of our dogs and cat and goldfish! She sent pictures each day and helped keep our minds at ease knowing our fur babies were being watched. I would highly recommend her and look forward to using her again in the future.”
Mikayla T.
“Mikaela did a great job with the.puppies. They were relaxed and happy when we got home. She was on time and did a great job with feeding and clean up. Thank you.Mikayla for taking such good care.of them.”
Rita L.
“Rita was amazing with our fur babies! We came home to them being stress free and happy! All three of them have different personalities and Rita was able to give them each the attention they needed. Rita communicated with me several times daily to put me at ease. It felt so good to find an in home pet sitter to keep the fur babies anxiety free!”
Barret B.
“Barret was very responsive to triton, came with a notebook and took notes. Triton thoroughly enjoyed his time with Barret. I would definitely hire again”
Cari M.
“Cari was amazing! Our pups absolutely love her and we felt so at ease with her being there with them while we were out of town. She sent us lots of pictures and the house was neat as a pin when we got home. We’re so happy we found her!!!”
Kylie C.Star Sitter
“Took great care of my pets.”
James H.
“Thank you for looking after our pups so last minute and in a hotel!!!”
Lauren H.
“Lauren was so sweet and took great care of our Harvey! He was a little crazy when she first arrived, and she was so patient with him. We're looking forward to having her take care of him again in a few weeks!”
Ashley K.
“Ashley is incredible! Her and her son actually left our house nicer than we left it for her. She went way above what was expected of her like she vacuumed our house totally not necessary but we sure did appreciate it. Most definitely she will become a part of this family in some capacity.”
Olivia D.Star Sitter
“Olivia was amazing with our pets! She took great care of our special needs dog and two cats while we were away. Super reliable, caring, and kept us updated the whole time. We felt totally at ease knowing they were in such good hands. Highly recommend her!”
Ashton W.
“Ashton was great with our two dogs! They warmed up to him almost immediately and he was very thoughtful in their care. He was very responsive and prudent with being on time and keeping them on a schedule. Also left the house exactly how he found it which was a huge relief being able to come home to a clean house! Would absolutely recommend!”
Lauren S.
Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover.com for our two rambunctious young pups. We were nervous about leaving Gracie and Tuck, but Lauren and her husband Doug did an OUTSTANDING job of watching them in our home. They sent lots of pictures and messages and it really helped to reassure us they were safe and felt comfortable in their new situation. We had a great time on vacation, but seeing the pics of the pups and learning about their adventures each day was our biggest highlight. We are so appreciative for Lauren and Doug’s patience, kindness and care of our furry kids and we highly recommend them.”
Kat C.
“Kat was amazing! She provided updates and made sure my pets were happy. Glad they were well taken care of. Whenever I had a question or asked for an update, she promptly replied. Also appreciate her meeting the pets in advance to learn more about them.”
Erin M.
“Erin was amazing! We were out of state for a wedding the weekend of July 4th and Erin took great care of our two dogs, dealing with 2 nights of fireworks and very scared pups. She kept us updated on how they were doing and sent us pics. We appreciate her ensuring the safety and well being of our dogs and managing their anxiety during all the noise. Thank you Erin!”
Kiah I.
“Kiah took great care of our dog while we were out of town and left our house very clean on her departure. We received updates while we were gone and she asked questions when she wasn’t sure about something. Kiah is wonderful!”
Abigail S.
About: I have had pets in my home my whole life, and I am an avid animal lover! Whenever I was asked what I wanted to be when I grew up, I always said veterinarian because that was the only job I knew that worked with them. I have taken care of anything ranging from your typical household pets to reptiles, and even farm animals! I am currently student teaching, so daytime hours may not be the best. But if you’re looking for a night out or getting ready for a weekend trip away, I’m your gal! I respect you, your household, and your pets and will make sure to follow whatever guidelines, schedules, or routines you would like me to follow. I will make sure your pets are safe, loved, and cared for until you return!
Lisa D.
About: I have raised dogs over a decade and love all breeds! Big and small. I enjoy spending time with them and playing fetch or just hanging out on the couch! I work from home so I have time on my hands to meet each pets needs. I can give potty breaks or play fetch outside I have friendly dogs in my home and a fenced in yard outside. I also have crates if that’s what your pet is used to
Alyssa P.
“Alyssa is awesome!! She has so much love towards pets and our three dogs had a wonderful time with her. She keeps me updated with photos, I’ll definitely recommend her to anyone! She is so caring and has”
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Dover on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 717 house sitters in Dover. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Dover house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Dover have an average of 16 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Dover.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Dover house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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